I just verified the link in the description box and it is still the version I'm going through in this video, they have not released an updated version as of Aug 2024.

I just found this on the website "Language Arts New Edition Schedule (Schedule Last Updated July 2024): .... Level 5: A new edition was released on March 8, 2022. Levels 6 and 7: We plan to release new editions of these levels in 2026. Level 8: A new edition will be released in the coming years after the Levels 6 and 7 courses are released. It will be a full-length course that will replace our current Level 8 Book Studies."

@OnTheSamePageTogether thank you so much! This will be our first year doing anything TGTB so I'm a little overwhelmed on the website! Since this video was a year ago, would you share how it went? I'm looking to fill in some grammar gaps with my 8th grader.

Ok, so I bought this level at the same time as level 6 to make sure I didn't miss out on this version when the new ones are released because we move through core subjects slower as we focus on child led interests if that makes sense. The reason I didn't want to risk it selling out on me is that the updated versions of LA are more on grade level where the previous versions (like this one) were more rigorous and my kiddo prefers that approach. We haven't made it to this level yet, and it will honestly be a while BUT I can tell you from our experience of needing to fill grammar gaps after bringing them home from public school that TGTB does a REALLY good job of that even if you're coming to them for the first time but not starting at level 1. So much so that when the new level 4 version wasn't working for my kiddo who completed this version's levels 1-3, they were able to jump to level 6! I pulled out the Level 7 course book before replying and noticed that it has A LOT of different grammer work, with explanations in case the concepts are new to the student, and focuses on different steps of the grammer process. Kinda like a MAJOR review of all the grammar they should know before entering highschool which sounds like it might be exactly what you're looking for. 💖

@@christinawhite3923 you are so welcome!! 🥰

I would definitely do it while she's asking for it! From my experience if I wait until I feel it's a good time I often miss the interest window and then they respond to it as if they've never even had an interest and are no longer receptive to the material. She will absorb so much more now than she would if you miss the interest window 💓 Most highschool requirements include a Government Class of some sort so you'll definitely circle back 😊

@@OnTheSamePageTogether LOVE that advice!! Makes sense, thank you SO much 🥰🥰.

@mellisa5016 oh I'm so glad it was helpful, you are so welcome 🥰

My kiddo learned what I wanted them to and siblings learned quite a bit by being in the same room as we did the lessons, especially the conversation practice. We didn't finish the program, but that is only because I speak Spanish and only wanted a curriculum for introductory lessons to cover the basics of the language. Once my child got to the level where I felt they had a solid foundation I moved into using more lifestyle resources such as reading, music, videos, speaking, etc. We've also found Duolingo to be a good learning tool once we laid a foundation (letters, sounds, colors, numbers, etc).

@@OnTheSamePageTogether Wonderful I am glad you got what you needed from the program.

You are so welcome! 💞

Yes, the holes for the wire binding are 2:1 pitch which I have found is quite consistent across binding machines for that type of binding. I couldn't find a 2:1 spiral coil so I decided to go for a 3:1 and stretch it over and have found it to work just fine in daily use. 😄 I start putting the spiral coil in at 23:25 if that helps 😇

@@Wisekoti I'd love to test it out and share my thoughts! Would you like to send me one?

@@Wisekoti I'm definitely intrigued! Would you be interested in sending me one to try?

​@@tweetrpated That's a great question! You do not need a separate teacher's guide. All of the instructions are integrated right into the book. 😊 Overall instructions are at the front of the book and any page specific instructions are right on the page for you.

For the Little Hearts and Hands units the videos can be found 2 ways: 1. on the FREE Homeschooling app from TGTB - I have a video walking through the 2 apps TGTB has and in the description of that video there's a link to where you can download them kzbin.info/www/bejne/j32YpYqZnJx2gMk (if this link doesn't work it will also be in the description of THIS video) 2. at the password protected URL listed in the Lesson Overview section at the front of the Parent Guide (the password is also listed there)

TGTB uses a spiral approach so they will see things again in the review sections of future lessons/units/courses. Lessons on the same topic are usually building on the skills introduced before. With Math Level K specifically the Unit Assessment says "children are not expected to master all concepts before moving to the Math 1, as Math 1 reviews most concepts taught in Math K... It is suggested that the child Master the following items before moving to math 1: Counting from 1 to 100 Single-digit addition Counting by 2s to 10 Recognizing colors" If your child has mastered those 4 concepts, they'll probably be fine skipping Level K. If you want to be doubly sure about no gaps my recommendation is to download the FREE Math Level K PDF and go through the 3 Unit Assessments with your kiddo because they cover "only concepts that are expected to be mastered at this point." And maybe even the Course Assessment. You can then look through the Level K table of contents for lessons that cover the concepts they didn't pass and target just those before jumping into Level 1. You can also check Level 1 to see if they'll be covered at the level they need (based on the assessment result). I hope this is enough info to help you formulate a plan that will work best for your kiddo 💕

Of course that is a great idea! I really am fond of the good and the beautiful just looking through the sample pages and watching your flip through which was so helpful! I really appreciate you commenting back It helped me make a decision so thank you friend!

You are so welcome❣️ I'm so glad I was able to help you 💖

Correct 😁 it's a 1:1.5 ratio

@@OnTheSamePageTogether thank you!

@HawkAnomaly you're welcome ☺️

They're lessons on Months of the Year and Calendaring like writing the date circled or what would a month/week ago be, or a next week/month, etc

@@OnTheSamePageTogether Thankyou , and thank you for the flip through it was very helpful.

@thedavisfamily3301 you are so welcome ❣️

Awesome!! Are you going to also continue with Years 3 & 4 of history or are you waiting to see the new version of history from TGTB?

Wonderful! And thank you so much!! 🥰

Thank you for taking the time to comment, it means a lot!! 🥰

The brand new activity book for littles right?

Use what you have!! The discontinued ones are still just as great, I only bought the new ones because I planned to film this series 😇

There are 2 Space units! One for grades 3-8 and one for PreK-2nd

That's exactly why I made them this way, I'm so glad it's helping!! 😁

That's so fun! I admire families that do monthly themes 😍 We don't do monthly themes in our homeschool because from my experience that requires a lot of planning and gathering on my part and I just don't have the time/capacity to do it 😅. Not to mention that we just don't get to everything everyday so there would always be things we don't get to which would either pile up or leave me feeling discouraged about planning another. 😔 May sound like a lot of excuses, and some would say that I should do it anyway "for the children!" BUT my goal is to make school minimally stressful and still exciting so that nobody in our home burns out 😇

I love that you're doing what works best for your kiddos ❣️

Ok so it depends, if he has a good beginner background or even exposure to the things in the course and truly has a passion for them, then he's probably ready to soak it up, BUT due to his age I would take it SLOW and make sure he has a chance to process the information. If he doesn't have at least a good exposure to learning about these topics already, then Little Hearts and Hands: Fields and Flowers would be a better place to start because they cover a few of these topics at a simpler level with engaging content and activities geared towards preschool to 2nd grade kiddos. I linked to my flip through of it in the description of this video for you 💖

30 minutes to 1 hour. It depends on the kiddos interest, how much previous science knowledge they have, and how long you spend on the hands on activities 💓

I'm so glad that you are able to do that for your girlies!! Remember that working on developmental skills is just as important as academics!! It may take longer or even a LONG time to get through a level and that is perfectly ok because what matters is that you're working with them and they PROGRESSING at their pace. 💞

You are so welcome! I hope you find the perfect fit soon 💞 Levels K-8 are free to download, I recommend printing a lesson or few lessons at a time to test it out, that way you don't have to commit right away. 😊

This is a great question! I actually just filmed an in depth video response that I will upload ASAP but to answer your question QUICKLY I feel like they provide plenty of instruction for the assignment itself as well as preparing the student for the assignment in the lessons. There is ONE grading rubric and it's for the Informative Essay. The other assignments don't really need a rubric. I also don't feel like there are too many nor too little writing assignments.

Okay the response video is live! I'll put the link in the description box of this video as well in case this one doesn't work kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJ28nJSPbtKJn5Y

@@OnTheSamePageTogether Thank you so much!

You're welcome! Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment ☺️

Thank you so much for the feedback, I'm glad it was helpful!

That's a good question! Im not sure why, but there are a few lessons that include paper vowel flashcards that you can save. That's what we did 😅

I enjoy them just as much as I do these ones! I filmed a long version with all their Book of Mormon products but haven't had a chance to finish editing it because life got in the way 🥴

It's a fun one!!

You are so welcome!

Good to know! Thank you for sharing ☺️

Thanks!

Good to know it can work both ways!

@@OnTheSamePageTogether It mixes easier too

I can definitely understand the frustration and challenge that learning struggles can bring. All of my children, so far, have had a hard time learning their letters and then reading. For this particular kiddo we had to pause the previous edition of Level 1 for a long time, and spend time focusing on reading skills. Once it clicked and they gained traction, it seemed like they burst through the wall with an explosion of ability. Suddenly they were leaps and bounds ahead, and I was left trying to keep up! After finishing the old level 1 we got this new level 2, and due to the pause, my child is older than the "typical" age for this level. Math moves very slowly for them as well. I hope your daughter reaches breakthroughs in her learning with your efforts to teach her in the ways that are best for HER. 💞 I'm sorry it took so long to respond, I had a hard time trying to come up with wording that sounds (hopefully) encouraging rather than dismissive or otherwise negative 😬

@@OnTheSamePageTogether Thank you for the thought out reply. It is encouraging to hear that I’m not alone. I do think that focusing on reading more has helped her a lot recently!

You're welcome! Thank you for taking the time to comment ❣️

Not at all I believe you can email the company that handles their sign ups or go through the menu somehow it was pretty easy to cancel when I tested it.

@@jennielending1890 Oh, I'm sorry I misunderstood your question! I thought you were asking for general information. From my search today, I see the frustration you are experiencing within the app. Here's the email method I used. I hope it works for you! Find the most recent "your verb direct receipt" email. Reply to that receipt email asking them to cancel your subscription. As far as I can tell it was a real person talking to me because we had a conversation. You can also come back to that conversation if you have anymore need to reach them. Another option is to email [email protected] with whatever context you believe will be enough to get your point across. Good luck!